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Cotopaxi & Quilotoa: One-Day Scenic Tour from Quito
4.9
127 Ratings
Cotopaxi National Park
Experience two of Quito’s most stunning locations in one day - Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa lake located in the Avenue of the Volcanoes. All at an unbeatable price and with everything included!
Experience two of Quito’s most stunning locations in one day - Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa lake located in the Avenue of the Volcanoes. All at an unbeatable price and with everything included!
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cotopaxi National Park - we will leave with direction to the Cotopaxi National Park, located in the province of the same name, we will travel for an hour and a half and we will have the opportunity to observe the Avenue of the Volcanoes crossing the Andes Mountain Range, its landscape will wrap it in a natural environment with the company of flora…
- Cotopaxi National Park - we will leave with direction to the Cotopaxi National Park, located in the province of the same name, we will travel for an hour and a half and we will have the opportunity to observe the Avenue of the Volcanoes crossing the Andes Mountain Range, its landscape will wrap it in a natural environment with the company of flora and fauna of the place, we will pass through the wonderful landscapes that complement the active volcano Cotopaxi one of the highest in the world with a height of 5897msnm.
- Laguna de Limpiopungo - Hike around Lagoon.
- Los Andenes de Zumbahua - During the trip we will pass through villages such as Pujili, Tigua, Zumbahua, distinstly indigenous places of Panzaleo descent that inhabit this historic place of the Inca era.
- Laguna Quilotoa - After visiting Cotopaxi national Park in two ours we arrive to Quilotoa lage, where we have lunch and exploring the lake.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Tickets to natural areas
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Tickets to natural areas
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Breakfast
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Breakfast
- Alcoholic Beverages
Location
Cotopaxi National Park
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(127 Ratings)
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L855rajorgeg
Oct 8, 2024
Feel the snow and show us that we can fulfill our dreams and challenges maximise them - Spectacular landscapes, the unique experience and repeating, lowering the cotopaxi by bicycle an indescribable adventure.
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Nadiat674
Sep 10, 2024
Excellent volcano trip and hike - The tour covers two amazing places in one day. Laguna Quilotoa views are breathtaking and the hike to the lake is wonderful. I am very thankful to my very knowledgeable and funny guide Ricky who made my trip even more awesome with lots of information, music and of course plenty of photos. If you are more lucky than me you will be able to see stunning views of Cotopaxi (without performing any weather dance)
Must do in Quito for sure!
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Madar_f
Sep 5, 2024
Great Tour with a Wonderful Guide - We had an absolutely wonderful experience with our guide, Pablo. He was very knowledgeable about the volcano and crater sites, as well as Quito and Ecuador in general. We had a wonderful lunch, and saw some beautiful countryside on the way to and from the parks. Would highly recommend this tour to those with limited time who want to see both sites.
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Aaron_o
Aug 30, 2024
Seeing Cotopaxi mountain... - Seeing Cotopaxi mountain and quilotoa was amazing. Our guide, Ximena, was very knowledgeable about all topics including wildlife, terrain, locations, and anything else Ecuador. Ximena was also very attentive to communication which made everything easier. I highly recommended this trip to anyone looking for a full day activity when visiting Quito.
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250juddd
Aug 19, 2024
Great day seeing some of the highlights of the Andes - I’d messed up the date when booking, but they were able to fix it without any hassle.
When the day really came, Pedro was excellent, extremely knowledgeable about everything we came across.
The mountain was out for us, amazing scenery, a bit windy.
We had a stop at a small authentic farm, getting to see how they live by raising potatoes and Guinea pigs, very cool.
The lake is dramatic, beautiful photos.
Highly recommend
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Lizo875
Aug 17, 2024
Stunning Landscapes ✨ Cotopaxi and Quilotoa with a Wonderful Guide - Our Cotopaxi and Quilotoa Tour was a jam-packed, nature-filled adventure through Ecuador’s most stunning sites. The day began with a journey towards Cotopaxi National Park, driving through the awe-inspiring Avenue of the Volcanoes 🌋The scenery was incredible, featuring the majestic Andes Mountains and vibrant flora. As we passed through charming villages like Pujili, Tigua, and Zumbahua, we got a unique glimpse into the rich Indigenous culture of the region.
Cotopaxi, one of the world's highest active volcanoes at 19,347 feet, graced us with a breathtaking view. He’s notoriously unpredictable, so we felt fortunate to see him in all his glory. Our guide, Irene, was exceptional—friendly, knowledgeable, and full of fascinating insights into Ecuadorian history and the surrounding volcanoes. She shared that "Cotopaxi" means "neck of the moon" in the indigenous Quechua language and included other helpful information throughout the day.
Our driver, William, was fantastic, expertly navigating the winding roads on this long journey. After exploring the park, we headed to the beautiful Quilotoa Lake, where we enjoyed a tasty lunch while soaking in the serene turquoise waters. The tour was well-organized, and Irene's expertise made this a must-do experience for anyone visiting Quito. I highly recommend it!
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Inspiration620759
Aug 13, 2024
Cotopaxi one day tour - Great trip..be prepared with correct gear to climb to allowed platform in Cotopaxi.. its pretty windy up there.............................but nice trip. Highly recommended
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Karenaltenburger
Aug 12, 2024
Day full of adventure! - Our tour guide Pedro was amazing! He made sure we did everything! We got to see the Cotopaxi volcano, have authentic Ecuadorian lunch, meet a local family who shared their experience with us, hike down to the lagoon and ride the horse back up! We fit so much into one day!
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S2165qgmelanies
Aug 12, 2024
Quito visit and tour with Pedro - Pedro was an amazing tour guide. He was very well versed on the culture, history and landscape. We enjoyed being educated and having experienced some views that we will never forget.
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Anaestrada2015
Aug 12, 2024
Amzing tour with David G.! - I completed the Cotopaxi and Quilatoa Tour on a very short trip to Ecuador. It was such a beautiful experience made that much better by my guide David, who went above and beyond to make it a wonderful experience. We started off in Quito, where I got to see a bit of the old town and parts of Quito through a wonderful viewpoint. We Then we went on to see the Cotopaxi volcano, which was so beautiful up close and where David provided a lot of interesting information about the surrounding environment, including details about the flora and fauna. I then had a chance to take a loop around the Limpiopungo Lagoon, which was a very relaxing stroll before going ahead to the Lagoon Quilotoa. The beautiful turquoise water up close in the Lagoon Quilotoa was such a treat. This was a tour of a lifetime, and I highly recommend anyone for this tour, especially if you can take it with David. He's a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and kind and will make every effort to make sure one is comfortable.
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